Looking for something to do on a Saturday morning? Come to Van Vleck and visit our Education Center anytime between 10 am to 1:00 pm. An environmental educator will discuss various topics relating to nature in and around the gardens. A simple craft will be offered, as well as supplies for a self-guided activity on the property. Everything you need to enjoy quality time with your family is here for you. Activities are designed for children ages 4 and up; however, all are welcome. All children must be supervised by an adult. Rain or shine.

We still have lots of plants to choose from as well as beautiful planters from Matthew Frankel and gifts at the Parcel pop up shop. Stop by today and purchase your Mother’s Day gifts. We are open until 4 pm.

Van Vleck House & Gardens’ 14th Annual Plant Sale opens with a cocktail party on the spectacular Wisteria Patio. Party guests will have the exclusive ability to shop at the Plant Sale before it is open to the public!

Begin your week with mindful Vinyasa yoga in the living room of the Van Vleck House overlooking the courtyard garden. Taking inspiration from the magnificent natural beauty around us, we flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind.This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. Bring your own mat.

Inspire your child’s inner creative writer! Come explore the gardens at Van Vleck and learn how to create a nature journal. Children will draw and write in their own journal (journals and supplies included in registration fee). Read more

Come to Van Vleck and visit our Education Center anytime between 10 am to 1:00 pm. An environmental educator will discuss various topics relating to nature in and around the gardens. A simple craft will be offered, as well as supplies for a self-guided activity on the property. Everything you need to enjoy quality time with your family is here. Activities are designed for children ages 4 and up; however, all are welcome. All children must be supervised by an adult. Rain or shine.
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DOUBLE-BILL,featuring JEFFREY GAINES and FREEDY JOHNSTON
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 2:00 PM
After amassing a fervent live following, Jeffrey Gaines landed a record deal in the early ’90s, which resulted in three critically-acclaimed albums. In 2001, his cover of Peter Gabriel’s “In Your Eyes” became an Adult Contemporary hit. Jeffrey Gaines most recently performed at the Outpost as part of an “Artists in the Round” in May 2014, along with Richard Barone, Deni Bonet, and Milton.

A gifted songwriter whose lyrics paint sometimes witty, often poignant portraits of characters often unaware of how their lives have gone wrong, Freedy Johnston seemingly appeared out of nowhere in the early ’90s and quickly established himself as one of the most acclaimed new singer/songwriters of the day. Rolling Stone named him Songwriter of the Year in 1995, with his 1994 album “This Perfect World” being the impetus for that distinction. His latest album, “Neon Repairman,” was released earlier this year. American Songwriter states: “He (Johnston) tells you a story that seems so damned entertaining. But when it’s over, despite being impressed, you feel like you’ve just been worked over by one of the greats. And you have.”

The Gardens

Take a walk around our gardensThe Gardens are open to the public 365 days a year and are always free-of-charge. Come experience this most precious gift!
21 Van Vleck Street
Montclair, NJ 07042
Tel. 973-744-4752